by our College Data Analytics TeamIs FSW worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
FSW is ranked #321 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Florida, it ranks #19 of 132 for value.
Among the majors FSW offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting & Related Protective Services | #4 of 12 |
| Other Homeland Security | #4 of 12 |
| Homeland Security / Public Safety | #4 of 12 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #5 of 69 |
| Elementary Education | #11 of 681 |
| Teacher Education | #11 of 681 |
| Business Administration / Management | #16 of 266 |
| Interior Design Management | #16 of 266 |
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | #24 of 789 |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting | #27 of 678 |
Read the full FSW value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Florida SouthWestern State College is ranked #25 out of #140 in Florida for quality and #19 out of #132 for Florida value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the FSW financial aid page to be sure.
Florida SouthWestern State College is ranked #321 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Florida SouthWestern State College is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at FSW costs about $9,768. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $39,074 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $14,251 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $7,247 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $9,768 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $39,074 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the FSW net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What FSW costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a FSW degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $57,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $39,074 | #321 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $28,988 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $57,004 | — | — |
| All Students | $39,074 | #19 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $28,988 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at FSW shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $6,953 |
| $30K–$48K | $7,787 |
| $48K–$75K | $10,002 |
| $75K–$110K | $13,126 |
| Over $110K | $14,458 |
About 64% of FSW undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $3,587 per year. Get more details on the FSW financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average FSW cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.